GRE Word List
EMETIC
an agent that induces vomiting
The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| litany | a prayer consisting of a series of invocations and supplications by the leader with alternate responses by the congregation |
| abstract | disassociated from any specific instance |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| subterfuge | deception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |